Compression

A new study shows that there is a way to detect lymphedema early. Typically, a patient with potential lymphedema is screened through a tape measure evaluation. A new technology, bioimpedance spectroscopy, or BIS, sends an electrical signal into the extremity that can detect lymphedema before a tape evaluation. The new study found that BIS helped discover symptoms better than just a traditional tape measure, but it allowed patients to receive treatment that could potentially reverse the progression.

Some research indicates that 40% of breast cancer survivors will develop lymphedema. Once you develop lymphedema, you live with it for the rest of your life.  Recently, an Omaha breast cancer survivor showed how she has been managing her lymphedema for the past 23 years. Even though many people experience lymphedema, the majority of people do not understand the diagnosis, maintenance required, products available, and cost to the patient.  Read the full story from KMTV. The

The Essentially Women membership has two pieces of federal legislation already moving in Congress, the Breast Cancer Patient Equity Act and the Lymphedema Treatment Act. The Lymphedema Treatment Act is being spearheaded by the Lymphedema Treatment Act Organization.  Medicare does not recognize and acknowledge the role compression plays in the treatment of lymphedema. If passed, this legislation will provide Medicare coverage for all forms of compression, including bandaging supplies,

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  By Heather Trumm, Director of VGM Wound Care Compression…does the word scare you? It may for some because compression can seem overwhelming! I will try to help you understand one aspect of compression a little better.  Many of you already know that 6-7 million Americans suffer from chronic venous disease. Venous disease occurs when the venous blood has trouble traveling back to the heart from the lower extremities. Generally, it’s

On January 23, 2019, Performant Recovery, the National DMEPOS RAC, added Pneumatic Compression Devices to their approved issues list. According to their website, Performant Recovery will perform complex reviews to determine if the pneumatic compression device is reasonable and necessary for the patient’s condition based on the documentation in the medical record. Claims that do not meet the indications of coverage and/or medical necessity will be denied. Read more from